2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 819 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |
